M5.0 Earthquake 18 km NE of Lata, Solomon Islands — February 25, 2026
2026-02-25 09:48:08 UTC (2026-02-25) · approx. 8:48 PM UTC+11 local
On February 25, 2026 at 09:48 UTC, a magnitude 5.0 intermediate depth earthquake struck 18 km NE of Lata, Solomon Islands, at a depth of 121.3 km and coordinates -10.5861°, 165.8949°. This earthquake was detected by 139 seismic stations with excellent location accuracy and was assigned a USGS significance rating of 385, placing it among routine seismic activity.
Physical scale: An earthquake of magnitude 5.0 releases seismic energy equivalent to roughly 477 metric tons of TNT. Empirical fault-scaling laws (Wells & Coppersmith, 1994) estimate the subsurface rupture length at approximately 1.7 km — a useful intuition for the size of the slip patch on the fault.
Earthquake Details
165.8949°E
Technical Information
Common Questions
How strong was the magnitude 5.0 earthquake near Lata, Solomon Islands?
The magnitude 5.0 earthquake that struck 18 km NE of Lata, Solomon Islands on February 25, 2026 at 09:48 UTC had a depth of 121.3 km. For context, this was a moderate earthquake that could be widely felt.
Where did the earthquake occur?
The earthquake epicenter was located at -10.5861°, 165.8949°, which is 18 km NE of Lata, Solomon Islands.
Were there aftershocks?
Aftershock activity is monitored continuously by the USGS. Aftershock sequences from magnitude 5.0 earthquakes can continue for days to weeks and gradually diminish over time.
What should I do after an earthquake?
If you were in the affected area: check yourself and others for injuries, inspect your home for damage, and be prepared for aftershocks. For detailed guidance, see our earthquake safety guide and emergency planning resources.
Authoritative source: USGS event page (event ID: us7000s06c). All scientific values on this page are sourced verbatim from the USGS feed.
Cite this page: EarthquakeTracker.org. (2026, February 25, 2026). M5.0 Earthquake 18 km NE of Lata, Solomon Islands — February 25, 2026. Retrieved May 19, 2026 from https://www.earthquaketracker.org/earthquakes/event/us7000s06c/